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For kids, summer time means camp. We are blessed with a variety of different program options. From language camps to sports camps to music camps and even arts & craft camps, there is some sort of program available to appeal to every child.

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Contents calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Community News Cooper City to Celebrate 54th Anniversary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Sea Dragons Triathlon Club Promotes a Multi-sport Lifestyle for Kids . . . . . . . . 12 Davie Woman’s Club Stitches Quilt for Cancer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Davie Residents to Participate in 17th Annual Waterway Clean-Up . . . . . . . . . . 16 Saint Mark’s Annual Carnival Returns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Local Scout Promises “Fun in the Sun” for Autistic Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Cooper City Optimist Presents 15th Annual Founder’s Day Golf Classic . . . . . . . 22 Young At Art Hosts Art Festival and Gala . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Davie Residents Celebrate Town’s Unique Heritage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Sunshine Ranches Equestrian Park Wins Emerald Award . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Arthritis and “Arff-ritis” Walks Return to Davie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Health & Wellness Beat Belly Fat – Hormone Optimization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Cover Story Pamper Yourself with Luxury at LUXE Day Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Legally Speaking What is Income? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Loan Modification vs. Foreclosure – A Dangerous Waiting Game . . . . . . . . . . . 42

school news Archbishop McCarthy Named an Apple Distinguished School . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Ask the Expert Early Orthodontic Treatment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Playing Sports with Shoulder Pain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Oral Surgery and Dental Implants: Now is the Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

real estate Is There a Window of Opportunity for Sellers? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

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5th Schott – Schott Communities will honor the 2013 Schott “Heroes” – their clients – at a fundraiser that supports their organization and recognizes their clients, who have overcome the many obstacles of living with a disability. The “Models of Inspiration” Fashion Show & Afternoon High Tea will be held at the Weston Hills Country Club.

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13th Autism Awareness Day – Join in the events of Autism Awareness Day, from 11am to 2pm, at Bergeron Rodeo Grounds, 4271 Davie Road. For information, call 954-434-4300, ext. 260.

Orchid Auction – At the Flamingo Gardens Orchid Society Annual Auction, over 100 flowering orchids will be auctioned off at the Taft Street Baptist Church, 7241 Taft Street, at 7:15pm. For information, call 954-680-4585.

11th Concert on the Corner – The Town of Davie is hosting the Concerts on the Corner series in the grass field on the Corner of Davie Road and Orange Drive from 6 to 9 p.m. The concerts are free. Live music will begin at 6 p.m. and the event will include food trucks, a bounce house, and sponsor displays. For information, visit www. Davie-fl.gov.

Culture Vultures – Culture Vultures, Inc. presents Clara Hada, who will share her life story, career changes and sacrifices which turned her dream into a reality.

The event will be held from 2 to 4 p.m., at NOVA’s Alvin Sherman Library, NOVA Southeastern University, in Davie. For information, call 954-262-5477.

19th Footloose – On April 19, 20 and 21, don’t miss “FootLoose,” a high energy fun musical for all ages. It will be performed by University School Middle School students in the Epstein Center Silverman Theater.

For tickets, call 954-262-4493.

Fun in the Sun for Kids with Autism – The family picnic and water play day for kids with autism will be held at Markham Park, from 11am to 2pm.

There will be a water station with hoses and sprinklers, as well as sensory stations, arts and crafts, bounce houses, bubbles, a box maze, bean bag toss, basketball throw, obstacle course, fire rescue vehicles, and plenty of food. For information, send an email to zthoaglund107@aol.com.

25th Pickle – Find out about a new sport – Pickle. It will be at Pine Island Park, 3801 South Pine Island Road, from 4 to 6pm. For information, visit www.misterpickleball.com.

Concert on the Corner – The Town of Davie is hosting the Concerts on the Corner series in the grass field on the Corner of Davie Road and Orange Drive from 6 to 9 p.m. The concerts are free. Live music will begin at 6 p.m. and the event will include food trucks, a bounce house, and sponsor displays. For information, visit www. davie-fl.gov.

Waterway Clean-up – The Town of Davie and Central Broward Water Control District’s 17th Annual Waterway Clean-up will be held from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Participants receive a free Waterway T-shirt or hat and a ticket to attend the “Trash Splash” pool party at Pine Island Park Pool. For information, visit www.davie-fl.gov.

May 4th Arthritis Walk – Hundreds are expected to gather for the 2013 Arthritis Walk Broward and “Arff-ritis” Walk to help improve the lives of those who suffer from the disease. It will be held at the Bergeron Rodeo Grounds in Davie. Registration opens at 8am and the walk begins at 9am, rain or shine. For information, visit www.

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Earth Day – Celebrate our natural South Florida beauty at Flamingo Gardens’ Earth Day Celebration. Flamingo Gardens is located at 3750 South Flamingo Road in Davie. For more information, visit www.

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Founder’s Day – The City of Cooper City will host the 54th Founder’s Day Parade and Festivities, with plenty of activities for the entire family to enjoy all day long. For a complete list of events and application forms, visit www.coopercityfl.org.

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Davie Woman’s Club Tea – Join in the fun at the Davie Woman’s Club Tea, which wil be held from 2 to 4pm.

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Cooper City to Celebrate 54th Anniversary

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Morris Cooper dreamed of turning a few acres of orange grove and cattle grazing land into a thriving and vibrant community. On April 27, the City of Cooper City will host the 54th Founder’s Day Parade and Festivities to celebrate his success.

There will be plenty of activities for the entire family to enjoy all day long.

The morning festivities will be held at the Cooper City Community Center, 9000 SW 50th Place. They begin at 7:30am, with a pancake breakfast, sponsored by the Boy Scouts. At 8am, residents will gather for the One-Mile Family Fun Run/Walk/ Stroll. At 9:30am, there will be a free kiddy show on the lawn.

The parade begins at 10am and will travel one mile along SW 90th Ave. from the Community Center to Cooper City High School. Participants will include City officials, BSO, fire department, high school bands, scout troops, sports teams, local organizations, clubs, businesses and more. There is no charge to enter the parade, but applications must be submitted by April 23.

There are a variety of events planned for the afternoon at Brian Piccolo Broward County Park, 9501 Sheridan St. The festivities begin at 1pm with a car show, and also include Optimist All-Star baseball games, community entertainment, bingo, arts and crafts, food booths, BSO Expo, youth free throw contest, children’s activities

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The evening activities begin at 6:30pm, with a concert in the park. Residents are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and picnic blankets to listen to the music. At 9pm, residents can watch a spectacular fireworks display. The weekend ends with the Annual Founder’s Day Golf Classic on April 28, hosted by the Cooper City Optimist Club.

“I wait all year for this event,” said Cooper City resident Mike Fish, who has attended for the past six years. “It is a great way to spend time with friends and neighbors. We always have a great time.”

Individuals, groups, and organizations wishing to participate should stop by the Community Center or call the Recreation Department at 954-434-4300, ext. 233.

For a complete list of events and application forms, visit www.coopercityfl.org.

The parade is one of the highlights of the celebration.

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stay active and have fun. This month, the South Florida Sea Dragons will kick off another season of training kids to compete. The youth triathlon club is dedicated to promoting a multi-sport lifestyle for boys and girls, ages 7-15. “Although triathlon is one of the fastest growing youth sports in the United States, it is not as well known in South Florida,” said Sea Dragons founder and coach Maria Supik. “I hope to help change that.”

The triathlon season runs from April to September.

The Sea Dragons will participate in 12 events, with half of them in the South Florida area. Most of the races feature the familiar swim-bike-run format, but the distances are much shorter than in adult races.

“Kids do not have to be super athletes to participate in a triathlon.” said Maria. “If they can run, bike and 2012 Sea Dragons Triathlete Club swim, they can enter. Since there are three very different activities, they don’t get bored. These are also three sports that most kids do well.”

The athletes in the club represent every body type and fitness level and each one has a different race goal. Some just want to finish, while others are trying to set a new personal record or win the whole race. Last year, members competed in local races,

Ironkids, regional and national youth triathlons. “In most team sports, the best players get the most playing time,” said Maria. “In triathlons, everyone has the same opportunity to compete. No one is ever left out.”

Maria coaches the kids Monday through Thursday on a rotating schedule. Training consists of one day of biking, one day of running and two days of swimming. They practice running and biking at local parks.

They swim at the Cooper City Pool and Tennis Center with the Cyclones Swim Team. The kids also work on transitions and conditioning. “Most kids can finish a triathlon, as long as they have the desire,” said Maria.

“The more they train, the better they get. They see the results from race to race.”

During the off season, the Sea Dragons strengthen their mountain biking skills. They work on bike handling, strength, conditioning and agility. “They build their self-confidence both on and off the bike, while having fun,” said Maria. “We have some great trails in South Florida with paths that range from easy to very challenging.”

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Chiropractic? Why Not?

“A Doctor’s Confession to West Broward” It’s strange how life is, because now people come to see me with their migraines. They also come to me with their chronic pain, neck pain, shoulder/arm pain, whiplash from car accidents, backaches, ear infections, asthma, allergies, numbness in limbs, athletic injuries, carpal tunnel syndrome, just to name a few.

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Before I talk about my confession, though, let me say a few other things first.

Let me start by explaining the photo in this letter. You know, when I meet people in town they usually say, “Oh, yeah, I know you, you’re Dr. Rick. I’ve seen your ad with that picture of you and your family.” Well, I’m the guy in the back.

Several times a day patients thank me for helping them with their health problems. But I can’t really take the credit. My confession is that I’ve never healed anyone of anything. What I do is perform a specific spinal adjustment to remove nerve pressure, and the body responds by healing itself. We get tremendous results. It’s as simple as that!

Twenty-five years ago something happened to Forty-five million Americans no longer have me that changed my life forever. I was a junior in health insurance, and those who do have found high school and I started getting migraines. I had that their benefits have been greatly reduced. suffered from intense headaches since childhood. That’s where chiropractic comes in. I have a Over the years, I consulted many medical significantly lower fee plan so that more people doctors, and specialists. I went through all kinds are able to afford the care they need. An entire of tests, MRIs, and treatments. I tried every drug week of care in my office costs what you could in the market; our medicine cabinet looked like pay for one visit elsewhere. Another way to save… a hospital’s infirmary. And still, nothing helped. studies show that chiropractic can double your But there’s more… immune capacity, naturally and without drugs.

The immune system fights colds, the flu, and A friend of mine convinced me to give a other ailments. So you may not be running off chiropractor a try. The chiropractor examined to the doctor as much. Studies show that people me, took X-rays, and then “adjusted” my spine. actually pay less for their long-term overall health The adjustment did not hurt; it actually felt good. care expenses if they are seeing a chiropractor.

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chiropractic. When you bring in this article (by 4/30/13) you will receive my entire new patient exam for $45. That’s with x-rays, biomechanical exam, history and consultation…the whole ball of wax. This exam could cost you $250 elsewhere.

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Our office is called Windmill Health center and it’s at 17160 Royal palm Blvd., Suite 1 in the Windmill professional plaza. Our phone number is 954-217-4881. call Mylene, Johanna or Annie for an appointment. We can help you. Thank you.

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Community News

Davie Woman’s Club Stitches Quilt for Cancer

By Debby Teich

The women help with Davie’s Waterway Clean-up and donate to HOPE Outreach. The he Davie Woman ’ s C lub biggest fundraiser takes place each year at recently stitched a breast cancer the Strawberry Festival, where members sell quilt for the Chris Evert Children’s homemade strawberry shortcake, strawberHospital in Fort Lauderdale. They delivries dipped in chocolate, strawberry sundaes ered the quilt, along with a $500 donation, and other strawberry creations. to the hospital to benefit the Leukemia & The nonprofit Davie group is affiliated Lymphoma Society. with the Florida Federation of Women’s They got the idea for the quilt while attendClubs and is one of the oldest clubs in the ing a Woman’s Club National Convention. district.

Members meet on the first Tuesday They met another woman’s group that did of every month at 7:30pm, at 6551 Orange something similar. Twenty-five members Dr., near City Hall.

Although membership and friends participated in the project. Some is open to anyone, most of the women in of them also belong to a crocheting group the group live in the Davie area. “I have met that donates chemo hats and blankets on a so many interesting women throughout regular basis. the years,” said Priscilla. “We have a lot of The women started the process by cutting fun together and have an opportunity to squares. For a five dollar donation, participants The Davie Woman’s Club stitched a quilt for cancer. Photo (l to r): Rosie Anderson, Naomi Woods, Paula Averill, Francis Lloyd, Priscilla Tindal, Naomi Christian. help others.” could sign a square in honor of or in memory On May 5, from 2 to 4pm, the club will of someone who was touched by cancer. The patches were then sewn together and hold its annual membership tea.

The public is invited to join the women for Sunday quilted. The women delivered the quilt with smiles and warm, loving hugs. “It was a afternoon tea, sandwiches, cookies, raffles and entertainment. There is no charge. great project,” said Priscilla Tindall, former president of the Davie Woman’s Club, who has been a member since 1985. “It helped the hospital and the children.”

For information or to attend a meeting, call 954-581-6853 or send an email to prisFor more than 90 years, the club has been committed to making Davie a better place cillatin@bellsouth.net. to live. Members raise money for local charities and participate in community events.

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Davie Residents to Participate in 17th Annual Waterway Clean-Up

By Debby Teich

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he message is clear. Davie residents are proud of their com-

munity and they want to make sure that it is litter-free. On April 27, several hundred residents are expected to participate in the Town of Davie and Central

Broward Water Control District’s 17th Annual Waterway Clean-up and Trash Splash.

The effort started with a group of volunteers gathering on a Saturday and has grown into a major event involving school clubs, boy and girl scouts, religious and non-profit organizations, local families and individuals. Organizers are looking for groups, families, or individual residents to help clean and pick up trash from the canal banks. They also need residents with small boats to clean the canal waters.

Check-in for the event begins at 8:30am at Davie Town Hall and the clean-up will last from 9 to 11:30am. Each of the volunteers will be assigned to a small area along the C-11 Canal. In total, they will clean more than eight miles along Orange Drive and Griffin Road, between State Road 7 and Flamingo Rd. In return for their efforts, participants will receive community service hours, a free Waterway T-Shirt or hat, and a ticket for admittance to the “Trash Splash” pool party, held at Pine Island Park Pool after the clean-up. There will be free food, a DJ, swimming and lots of fun.

The public awareness campaign seems to be working. In the past, volunteers found many large items, such as cars, refrigerators and air conditioners.

Each year, however, they find fewer large items and less trash.

Allison Gibbs plans to participate in the clean-up with her children. She is very concerned about the environment and wants to do what she can to keep her Town clean. “I was impressed by last year’s Clean Up and decided to join the effort,” said Allison. “I am always so frustrated by people who litter. We must preserve the planet for our children and future generations.”

Pre-registration is required. For information, visit www.davie-fl.gov or call 954-797-1153.

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Diet A diet low in processed sugars, refined carbohydrates and high in protein is best for fat burning. This means making wiser food choices, such as avoiding sugary drinks and sodas, alcohol, processed foods, and packaged low-fat foods. Apply what is known as the five second rule. If you pick up a food and within five seconds you are unable to determine the source of the food, then don’t eat it. Try eating either plant or animal derived foods which are not processed. Diets high in protein help maintain your blood sugar, which in turn decreases cravings. Good choices of protein rich food are those low in fat like the following: turkey, chicken, eggs, shell fish.

Cortisol Consistently elevated levels of Cortisol, the stress hormone, can wreak havoc on the body, both internally and externally. Internally, continued elevated Cortisol levels cause a loss in bone density, libido, memory and depression. Externally, you will notice increase flabbiness and loss of muscle mass. Elevated Cortisol levels will increase food cravings. Not only will you have the propensity to gain weight, but will look older than your age with continued increased levels of Cortisol.

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Saint Mark’s Annual Carnival Returns

By Debby Teich

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aint Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church, located in Southwest

Ranches, held its Annual Carnival in the Ranches to benefit the St. Mark Catholic Church and School. The carnival had midway rides, entertainment and an indoor garage sale. There was also the popular “home food international” tent, featuring American, Latin and Italian cuisine made by parishioners. Some of the food included: gyros, corn on the cob, funnel cakes, chicken wings, a Country Corner, hot dogs, brats, ice cream and more. Adults also enjoyed beverages at Bob Egan’s Irish Pub, named in memory of a long time St. Marks Men’s Club member and volunteer

who passed away last year.

The carnival concluded with a once in a lifetime achievement for Pastor Father Edmond Whyte, who was invested as a Monsignor at Saint Mary’s Cathedral in in Miami. Over 1,000 people attended the ceremony, which was conducted by Archbishop Wenski. Father Whyte’s appointment was one of newly retired Benedict XVI’s last acts.

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Local Scout Promises “Fun in the Sun” for Autistic Children

By Debby Teich

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n April 27, during Autism Awareness month, Zachary Hoagland

of Cooper City will reach out to the autistic community to offer them Fun in the Sun. This event will help him achieve his dream of becoming Troop 460’s next Eagle Scout, the highest rank attainable in the program.

The family picnic and water play day will be held at Markham Park, from 11am to 2pm. There will be a water station with hoses and sprinklers, as well as sensory stations, arts and crafts, bounce houses, bubbles, a box maze, bean bag toss, basketball throw, obstacle course, fire rescue vehicles, and plenty of food. Kids with autism who attend will get a T-shirt and a Goodie bag.

Since Zachary is expecting more than 500 people to attend the free event, he will need plenty of assistance. Volunteers from Troop 460, as well as Cooper City High School’s drama and Best Buddies clubs will be at the park to help make the day a success. The title sponsor, Autism Society of Florida, will also offer support.

“It is an event that will provide a safe setting for families to bring their children with autism to enjoy their day without stares from those who don’t understand autism,” said Zachary. “There will be games that are especially adapted for kids with autism.

It will be an overall great time for kids who may not get a lot of outdoor play for a bunch of different reasons.”

Three years ago, his brother, Matt, organized something similar Zachary Hoagland organized Fun in the Sun for kids with autisim.

to earn his Eagle Scout rank. It was called Fun in the Field. “My event will have more water play, because I know that’s what kids with autism like,” said Zachary.

Zachary was diagnosed with autism when he was two years old and was non-verbal until the age of three. Although school is more difficult for him than most kids, he made a decision to stay in regular classes and was never retained. In June, he will graduate from Cooper City High School with his peers.

“He could have graduated with a Special Diploma or graduated a few years late, but he was determined to graduate on time with a regular diploma,” said Stacey Hoagland, his mother. “He worked hard for every Zachary Hoagland teaches younger scouts to cook. grade. It is a huge accomplishment.

His life is very challenging and I am so proud of him.”

Zachary has been involved with Scouting since he was in first grade. Only five percent of all Boy Scouts achieve Eagle Scout rank and he was determined to be among them. Requirements include earning at least 21 merit badges, as well as an extensive service project that the Scout plans, organizes, leads, and manages. If everything goes as planned, Zachary will soon share a prestigious title with notables like Neil Armstrong, Michael Bloomberg, Gerald R. Ford, Bill Gates Sr., James A. Lovell Jr. and many others.

Markham Park is located at 16001 W. State Rd. 84, in Sunrise. For information on Fun in the Sun, send an email to zthoaglund107@aol.com. For information on Scouting, visit www.scouting.org.

Cooper City Optimist Presents 15th Annual Founder’s Day Golf Classic

By Debby Teich

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ach year, approximately 6,000 partici-

pants take part in the Optimist Club of Cooper City’s youth sports programs, which promote good sportsmanship and healthy competition. The city’s fields, diamonds, courts and rinks are breeding grounds for young minds and bodies. On April 28, coaches, volunteers and anyone else interested will have an opportunity to help raise funds for the Optimist Club at the 15th Annual Founder’s Day Golf Classic. It will be held at Pembroke Lakes Country Club, 10500 Taft Street, in Pembroke Pines.

“The golf tournament has become our most fun and anticipated event of each year,” said Pete Schlang, golf chairman. “You can play, sponsor, donate or help. Whichever your pleasure, sign up now. It always sells out.”

Registration for the 4-person scramble is from 11am - 12:45pm. The skills competition is from 11:45am 12:45pm and the tournament begins at 1pm. The cost per player is $90 ($95 after April 15th). It includes green

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There will be a raffle with more than 100 items, such as restaurant certificates, hotel stays, dinners and more.

There will also be prizes for Hole In One, Closest To The Pin, Straightest Drive, Longest Drive and Longest Putt, as well as first, second and third place.

The Optimist Club of Cooper City has run the youth programs for more than 30 years. It offers eight sports, including baseball, girls’ softball, soccer, 5v5 soccer, basketball, cheerleading, flag football, and tackle football.

Each individual sport is funded through registration fees.

The proceeds from the golf tournament will help pay for club house operational expenses, such as electricity and water.

For information on the club or golf tournament, send an email to pspanther4@aol.com, call 305-970-4818 or visit www.coopercityoptimist.com (the Golf Tournament link is on the left side).

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Young At Art Hosts Art Festival and Gala

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On April 6 and 7, it will partner with the Broward County Library for the YAA Festival of the Arts. On April 26, it will host the STOMP for YAA! gala. Both events will be held at the YAA Museum, located at 751 S.W. 121 Ave. in Davie.

On April 6, from 10am to 6pm, the visual and performing arts will take center stage as children and teens, ages 5 to 18, create and sell their artwork. There will be entertainment by Broward County cultural and musical groups. Artists Ricardo Agudelo, Henning Haupt, Rachel Henriques, Hugo Moro, Gustavo Oviedo, and Ruben Ubiera will display their works throughout the museum and host interactive educational art workshops for the public. There will be several free workshops which will teach kids about drumming circles, cartoonists, Raku firing, printing on fabric and more. For a fee, patrons can join photographers Melanie and Stephanie Metz in the darkroom to learn about cyanotype printing or professional artist Niko Yulis and YAA Institute Instructor Sue Aguilera in the Ceramics Studio for a spin at the wheel.

On Sunday, April 7, from 11am to 6pm, the literary arts will be highlighted as renowned children’s book authors, storytellers, guest artists and an outdoor book fair are featured. Some of the appearances and readings by children’s book authors and art

workshops include: Forest of Families Collaborative Totem Art Project with artist Eddie Garden; Toni Withaneye, author and illustrator of Moon Jumping Babies and Little Thunder’s First Sound; Author Dani Lynn and Artist Jacklyn Laflamme, creators of The Fairy Tale Project, which combines fantasy images with the written word.

“We started this festival 18 years ago and it grew into one of our signature family events and one of the largest outdoor children’s art festivals in the nation,” said Mindy Shrago, CEO and executive director of Young At Art Museum. “We are thrilled to be adding the literary component by partnering with the Broward County Library.”

Presented by the Hudson Family Foundation, STOMP for YAA! will be held on April 26, at 7:30pm.

The second annual gala will bring together athletes and donors to help raise funds to benefit YAA’s programming for underserved and atrisk youth. Guests will be treated to entertainment, featuring a live performance by cast members of STOMP, as well as local dance sensation Sean’s Dance Factory; hands-on art encounters; and epicurean delights throughout the Museum. The exciting silent auction offers the opportunity to bid on cruises, sports memorabilia, jewelry and more.

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Cowboys and cowgirls from around the world competed for championship titles at the rodeo. Visitors purchased fresh vegetables, herbs and spices, and fruit at the Farmer’s Market.

The Davie Woman’s Club served a variety of strawberry creations at the Strawberry Festival. The Old Davie School offered tours of the Pioneer House. The Davie Golf and Country Club hosted a golf tournament.

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The Annual Broward County Emerald Award Program recognizes county businesses, unshine Ranches Equestrian governments, individuals, and organizations Park has more than 20 acres of lushlydemonstrating a commitment to protecting and landscaped open space designed for the preserving our environment by creating and enjoyment of Southwest Ranches residents and maintaining model Florida-friendly landscapes their horses. Recognized in August 2008 by the or exceptional projects.

All of the winners were National Wildlife Federation as a Certified Wildlife honored at the Emerald Awards Ceremony at Habitat, the park was recently selected as a winWater Matters Day, Broward County’s signature ner of Broward County’s 2012 Emerald Award water conservation event. program. The Emerald Award, a handcrafted This was the 11th year that the Town of mosaic stepping stone created by students and Southwest Ranches participated in the Water faculty of Cross Creek School, is currently on Matters Day event. The Town’s display garden display at Town Hall and will be given a place highlighted the National Wildlife Federation’s of honor in the landscape.

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Child Honoree. All of them understand firsthand what it feels like to suffer from arthritis. Mayor Paul n estimated 450,000 adults and lives with arthritis and has a knee replacement due children in Broward County live with to the disease. Ron lived with rheumatoid arthritis arthritis. On May 4, hundreds are expected for nine years before having a hip replacement. Alex to gather for the 2013 Arthritis Walk Broward and was only five-years old when he was diagnosed “Arff-ritis” Walk to help improve the lives of those with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis in March 2009. who suffer from the disease. It will be held at the Striking one in every five adults and 300,000 Bergeron Rodeo Grounds, 4271 Davie Road, in children, arthritis is the nation’s leading cause of Davie. Registration opens at 8am and the walk disability.

The Arthritis Foundation is commitbegins at 9am, rain or shine. ted to raising awareness and reducing the impact The Walk is the largest fundraiser and awareof this serious, painful and unacceptable disease, ness event for the Arthritis Foundation in Broward which can severely damage joints and rob people County. The event will include live entertainment, of living life to its fullest.

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However, not everyone is a salaried employee who gets paid on either a yearly salary or standard 40 hour work week.

There are many people who work on commission or have a large part of their income paid in either quarterly or yearly bonuses. So are these bonuses income? How do we determine income when a bonus is not guaranteed or a commissioned sales person cannot predict how his year will be? In determining child support, each parent’s income must be considered to calculate the monthly support. It cannot be recalculated each month depending on an individual’s income which may vary based on sales totals or bonuses.

Income is actually defined by Florida Statutes as follows: ▸▸ Salary or wages. ▸▸ Bonuses, commissions, allowances, overtime, tips, and other similar payments. ▸▸ Business income from sources such as self-employment, partnership, close corporations, and independent contracts. “Business income” means gross receipts minus ordinary and necessary expenses required to produce income. ▸▸ Disability benefits. ▸▸ All workers’ compensation benefits and settlements. ▸▸ Reemployment assistance or unemployment compensation. ▸▸ Pension, retirement, or annuity payments. ▸▸ Social security benefits. ▸▸ Spousal support received from a previous marriage or court ordered in the marriage before the court. ▸▸ Interest and dividends. ▸▸ Rental income, which is gross receipts minus ordinary and necessary expenses required to produce the income. ▸▸ Income from royalties, trusts, or estates. ▸▸ Reimbursed expenses or in kind payments to the extent that they reduce living expenses. ▸▸ Gains derived from dealings in property, unless the gain is nonrecurring.

The above clearly shows that income is not just what a person may bring home each week in a check. Car allowances, for instance, would be considered reimbursed expenses or in kind payments, which must be considered as income. I am often asked whether overtime (again never guaranteed) is income. The answer is “yes” and it will be considered when determining child support. Of course, if overtime is no longer available because of economic conditions, then it should be considered as well. A voluntary reduction in income, such as refusing overtime when it is available, is not permitted and such a reduction will not be considered.

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In February, the school broke ground on a 21st Century Classroom. The flexible 8,000 square foot learning space has movable walls that can transform five separate classrooms into one large learning space.

It should be completed and ready for the beginning of the 2013/14 school year.

wo years ago, Archbishop McCarthy

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The designation is reserved for schools which meet criteria for innovation, leadership, and educational excellence, and demonstrate a consistent vision of exemplary learning environments. On February 8, Apple representatives enjoyed a warm welcome from the entire student body, Supervising Principal Father Brendan Dalton, Principal Richard P. Jean, and Dr. Donald Edwards, ADOM Associate Superintendent of Secondary Schools. “Archbishop McCarthy’s Apple Distinguished School designation is due to our dedication to educational innovation through technology,” said Principal Richard P. Jean.

The changes have been gradual. In 2011, AMHS introduced students and teachers to the concept and daily use of iPads in the classroom. The school also implemented a security system managed through

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Loan Modification vs.

Foreclosure – A Dangerous Waiting Game

By Omar J. Arcia, Esq. Foreclosure Defense and Consumer Bankruptcy Protection Attorney

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ost homeowners that are in foreclosure, or even at risk of

foreclosure, attempt to solve their mortgage crisis through self-help. They will submit one loan modification application after another, numerous sets of the supporting documents, and updated financial information in hopes that their lender will respond with a positive result. This process, however, may take months or even years if you choose to do it on your own.

Most lenders may not stop the foreclosure process or even a judicial sale of your home just because a loan modification application is under review. In fact, the longer the modification review process takes, the more likely you will be declined, and lose your home through foreclosure. Here are three keys to stop foreclosure proceedings so that you can obtain a loan modification before losing your home.

The first key is to consult with professionals that are knowledgeable not only about the loan modification process, but also about the foreclosure process. The Arcia Law Firm has an experienced in-house loss mitigation department with full time loan negotiators, and over 17 years of experience defending foreclosure matters. We are familiar with the valid legal defenses to a foreclosure case in Florida, and also how to properly and legally cancel foreclosure sales.

The longer the modification review process takes, the more likely you will be declined and lose your home through foreclosure.

Secondly, the best defense is usually a good offense. As explained in our previous articles, whenever it is appropriate, we will present a counterclaim against lenders within a foreclosure case. This counterclaim usually involves violations of Federal or State laws committed by the original lender that may be attributable to the current lender. Through a valid counterclaim, you may even be entitled to relief from errors committed by your current lender while servicing your loan, such as escrow errors, misapplied or unapplied funds, and overcharges. Placing lenders on the defensive usually slows down the foreclosure process, and provides much needed motivation for lenders to negotiate a loan modification under more reasonable terms.

Thirdly, a bankruptcy filing under Chapter 13 not only stops the foreclosure proceedings, but actually provides homeowners with an opportunity for a “second look” at their loan modification application under the all new mediation program available only in South Florida bankruptcy courts. You will be entitled to participate in this program even if your loan modification application has been previously declined.

The Arcia Law Firm has an established bankruptcy department with more than 12 years of experience that works alongside its loan negotiators to ensure that a viable loan modification plan is submitted with every bankruptcy petition. Under a Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you may also be able to eliminate second mortgages, homeowner’s association and IRS liens, pay off investment properties in five years or less at their current market value, and wipe out credit card and medical debt.

In short, a foreclosure is a serious legal matter that can lead to the loss of your home, and a significant money judgment against you if not properly handled by legal professionals.

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odontic patients has lowered through the years. Just open a yearbook from the 50’s and 60’s and you will see many young adults wearing the stereotypical “train tracks” across their teeth. Movies have spoofed the usage of head gears during the high school years, which was common practice in that era. Braces have become smaller, sleeker, more colorful, and worn with pride by many preteens. For those of you who have young children at home, the main question is whether early treatment is right for your child.

To best answer this question, it is first important to define some terms. When discussing “early treatment,” I personally prefer the term “interceptive treatment”. It has the connotation of catching something before it becomes a bigger problem. The more common and practical term is “phased” orthodontic treatment. In this case, treatment done at an earlier age (usually between 6-9 years old) is referred to as Phase I. It is aimed at correction of habits, skeletal discrepancies as well as severe abnormalities in dental eruption. The later treatment, Phase II, is usually done at around 11-13 years old in order to place all permanent teeth in an ideal position. I call it more practical, because in most cases the second treatment is needed. The name serves as a reminder to the parents of this fact.

Currently, the American Association of Orthodontists recommends that the first orthodontic evaluation occur by age 7.

Does this mean that all children require phased orthodontic treatment? Certainly not. The criteria for starting early treatment should be better or more predictable results. In my opinion, this is certainly the case when the upper jaw is too narrow and must be expanded, when upper front teeth are so protrusive (“buck”) that the incidence of trauma is much more likely (unless corrected), and in cases of underbite (when the lower jaw is forward of the upper jaw).

These treatments are “no brainers” for two reasons. The body of the younger patient is more amenable to these specific orthopedic (growth) corrections and statistically the preteen is more likely to traumatize a front tooth than at any other time. There are other times that treatment may be done for psychosocial reasons, as some children are very conscious of cosmetics.

For those parents who are considering early treatment for their children, I recommend listening with an open mind. See if the reasons for starting treatment make sense to you. If it does not make sense, don’t do it! I find that most parents have a life philosophy which may make them either more or less open to preventative type treatments. As a parent, I find that I know what my child will be able to handle. Most importantly, if you decide as a family to start, have fun with it.

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What You Need to Know About Deep Brain Stimulation There are more than 100 nervous system disorders that afflict millions of people across the globe. Many of the disorders affect a person’s movement and alter their motor controls.

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Q: Who should consider DBS? A: There are many complex factors that must be considered before committing to DBS. You should discuss your condition and symptoms with a neurologist who specializes in movement disorder. Patients who have tried medical treatments including medications, and have not attained satisfactory control of their disorder, should talk to a physician about their DBS options.

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As you may remember from your high school Economics 101 class, the price of anything is determined by supply and demand. According to NAR’s report, inventory is at its lowest level since the real estate boom eight years ago.

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Therefore, one would conclude that NOW would be the time to list your home. As sellers realize that home prices are truly on the rise, homeowners may want to beat their “neighbor to the punch” by being the first to list and first to sell. There has been very little rise in mortgage rates, giving buyers more buying power than ever before in history.

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The treatment usually allows you to return to tennis or other sports without limitations. Failure to get better will then require your doctor to offer you injections, order MRI scans and even surgery in cases that do not get better. Most patients do not require surgery, most patients get cured with rest, ice, medications and an exercise program to strengthen the muscles around the shoulder joint. Patients with complete rotator cuff tears usually require surgery to be able to return to tennis without pain.

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Dental implants were introduced about thirty years ago. Theses cone shaped implants (similar in appearance to what is used today), were the result of many years of extensive research and numerous clinical trials. In the decades since their introduction, dental implants have become more sophisticated and innovative and thus enjoy a very high rate of success.

In addition, bone deficiencies, which once thwarted solid Implantology, has been overcome by various products, which can fill theses defects and deficiencies. Irradiated cow bone, and non-bone replacement materials, along with biological membranes have been developed which improve and encourage bone growth and also osseointergration (growth-union of the implant to the jaw bone) of titanium implants. This cutting edge dental technology available to the oral surgeon has added significantly to the long-term success of implants, eliminating previous challenges.

Yet another progressive step in having an oral surgeon install dental implants is the possibility of an “immediate” implant following the extraction of a tooth. Provided that the extraction site has adequate bone, or the site is amenable to bone replacement for osseo-integration, the patient can leave the oral surgeons office well on their way to tooth replacement. As a matter of fact, some implants placed into dense enough bone can have crowns installed immediately, in lieu of the previous requisite of 2 ½ to 5 months for osseo-integration.

Dental implants have proven useful in the Prosthodontics (making false teeth) and Orthodontics (braces). In the past, getting a denture to fit comfortably has been problematic. Having an oral surgeon place implants in a denture wearer’s mouth can stabilize them and assure a solid fit, thus reducing or even eliminating the need for creams and linings to make poorly fitting dentures more comfortable. In these cases, patients have proven to be uniformly pleased with the outcome. In orthodontic cases, the oral surgeon places an implant as an anchor to adjacent teeth that need to be moved. This avoids putting stress on those adjacent teeth and avoids root resorbtion (loss of tooth structure as a result of movement). Consequently, the success of orthodontia is aided by the use of dental implants.

It is important to note that getting dental implants placed by an oral surgeon has an additional benefit. Most oral surgeons are trained and state licensed to perform Impantology (and most other procedures) under general anesthesia or sedation, along with local anesthetic (novocaine). Success of dental implants and over all dental health is enhanced by a patient’s good oral hygiene.

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Over the years, our efforts to combat this problem have been fruitful, and I am pleased at the success of the OMC program. Through proactive law enforcement efforts, we have been successful in shutting down many of the pill mills that once plagued our community. As a result, the title that once haunted Broward County no longer remains.

On average in Florida, eight people die every single day as a result of prescription drug abuse. As a parent, it is hard for me to fathom that many of these victims are our youth. Aside from law enforcement, efforts to curb the problem need to include education. The OMC educational presentations given throughout our community have helped to reveal an eye-opening reality about the life-threatening dangers of abusing and misusing prescription medications.

It is important for parents, grandparents and friends to know that prescription drugs are easier for kids to get than illicit drugs. Most of the time, these drugs are obtained from their parents’ or grandparents’ medicine cabinets, friends’ homes, internet pharmacies or from classmates. Seventy percent of teens have reported that they get their prescription drugs from someone close to them. To date, these presentations have been given to more than 10,000 people, including school children, parents, senior citizens and educational and healthcare professionals.

Many people do not know what to do with old or expired medication, or what to do if a loved one passes away, and they are left with a cabinet full of powerful medications. The prescription drug “take back” component of the OMC program has provided a means for the public to rid their medicine cabinets of unused, unwanted or expired medication. The benefit of the “take back” is two-fold, providing for the safe disposal of these medications and making them less accessible to our youth. To date, the Broward Sheriff’s Office has collected more than one million pills during our monthly “take back” events.

While we have seen tremendous success as a result of the OMC initiative, we know this program alone will not solve the problem. We will continue to stay proactive in our enforcement efforts and implementation of innovative programs. As a Broward County resident, I also encourage you to do your part and get involved. Monitor your medicine cabinets. Talk with your child about drug use. Attend one of our drug “take back” events to rid your home of unused, unwanted or expired medications.

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summer, in addition to our traditional day camp and popular adventure camp, art camp, science camp, sports camp and travel camp, we will be offering zoo camp, voice/performance camp, marine camp and cheer camp. The campers in each camp will benefit from a hands-on approach through the exposure of field trips, presenters and performances.

trips and exploration and other camps have field trips once a week to locations that tie into the programs’ activities. Our campers visit places like the Morakami Museum, the Venetian Pools, Museum of Art in Fort Lauderdale, Biscayne Nature Center, airboat rides, water parks, and Marlins games.

How does Camp Sagemont come up with these original programs? We have many

What credentials do your lead counselors/ instructors have? The specialty camp instruc-

brainstorming sessions, we listen to family survey comments and we look at popular trends.

What are some of the things children can look forward to this summer at Camp Sagemont? Each week has a specific theme

which we don’t announce until camp begins.

We always introduce new special events to go

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Some students need academic support over the summer. What is offered in the Summer School program? We are very proud

of our academic Summer School program because these are hard to find in Broward County. We cater to students who want to get enrichment or remediation to help bridge the learning gap that can occur for students over the summer. Some students attend just summer school and Camp Sagemont’s youngest others choose to parcampers always enjoy showing their team spirit ticipate in a summer during Color Wars. school and day camp combination. In addition, we offer an English Learning camp for students who are just being introduced to the English language.

Why did Camp Sagemont expand from a traditional day camp program to providing so many specialty camps? We found that our campers have so many diverse interests that we wanted to create a variety of options for them to grow and expand into. There is something offered for everyone from preschool through 8th grade. In addition, our camp programs are geared towards active involvement while having fun!

high school students? Our Leader In Training program is a great opportunity for high school students to earn community service hours and learn a host of valuable leadership skills. Many of the LIT’s want to apply to become camp counselors with Camp Sagemont when they are old enough.

tors attend universities or are graduates and have majored in the field such as marine biology or zoology. Our cheer instructor currently coaches cheerleading for her school as well as the Sagemont School cheerleaders.

Camp Sagemont is for students through middle school. Do you offer a program for

interest from parents, we are offering a limited bus service this summer for the first time serving the areas of Miramar to Plantation. The service will be based on demand and parents can call the camp for details.

Anything else you would like readers to know about Camp Sagemont? Our campers have come to know and love their summers with us. We are always changing things up and adding new experiences. We are very excited about introducing more new programs geared to appeal to middle schoolers. We want the campers and their parents to know that our daily activities, adventures and travels provide a great opportunity for building friendships plus exploring South Florida’s attractions in an easy, safe and affordable environment.

Camp Sagemont begins the week of June 10th and runs through August 9th. Camp hours are 9am to 3:30pm, with early care and after care available. All programs are held on Sagemont’s Lower School Campus in Weston.

To learn more about Camp Sagemont visit www.campsagemont.com or call (954) 384-1894.

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The staff at Cooper City High School played the boys’ and girls’ basketball teams to raise money for the James & Lindsay Layer Scholarship Foundation, which was initiated by the parents of two former CCHS students who passed away. The event raised $3,000. Photo: (l to r): Ashley Livingston, Mona Edwards, former Cooper City Mayor Debby Eisinger, Principal Wendy Doll, and Debbie Schackne

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